Media and Communication is a discipline that deals with the human communication and behavior in different social, cultural and economic context and it involves the transfer of information from one point to another through different mediums of communication such as Radio, TV, New media, print media etc.
Radio and TV broadcasting means using radio waves to send signals to large groups of listeners.
In Print and New Media , Journalists will be collecting,organizing and reporting recent events to the public through print and online media and various other digital platforms.
Public relation is the branch of Media and Communication which deliberately manages the circulation of information between individuals and organisation etc.
Content/copywriting, and editing activities are related to various media like websites, blogs, newspapers, journals etc which come under the discipline of Media and Communication.
Communications management is a discipline that comes under media and communication which involves systematic planning, implementing, monitoring, and revision of all the channels of communication within firms or between organizations.
Public relation is the branch of Media and Communication which deliberately manages the circulation of information between individuals and organisation etc.
Film and media studies is an academic discipline that deals with various theoretical, historical, and critical approaches to films and media
| Name of Exam | Institutions | Languages | Application Period | Exam Dates | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate - (UG) | |||||
| DUET- [Delhi University entrance test] | Delhi University | Delhi University | May second week | June 2019 | www.du.ac.in/ |
| CEUT | Christ University | English | December_April | April Last week | www.du.ac.in/ |
| Jamia Millia Islamia entrance test | Jamia Millia Islamia Central University | English, Hindi | March-April | May last week | www.jmi.ac.in |
| MET | Manipal Entrance Test | English | March-April | June | manipal.edu/soc/programs/program-list/ba-media-and-communication.html |
| EFLU Admission Test | English Foreign Language University | English | February | March last Week | www.efluniversity.ac.in |
| Postgraduate - (PG) | |||||
| IIMC Entrance Test | Indian Institute of Mass Communication | English | April-May | Last Week Of May | www.iimc.gov.in/ |
| SIMC MA (MC) Online Entrance Test | Symbiosis institute of mass media and communication. | English | September-December | January second week | www.simc.edu |
| EFLU Entrance Test | English and foreign Language University | English | February | March first week | www.efluniversity.ac.in |
| JMI PG entrance test | Jamia Millia Islamia Central University | English | March_April | May_June | www.jmi.ac.in |
| UoH-PG entrance test | University Of Hyderabad | English | April-May | May Last week | www.uohyd.ac.in |
| Common Entrance Test | Pondicherry University | English | April-May | June first week | www.pondiuni.edu.in |
| BHU PET | Banaras Hindu University | English | February-March | June | www.bhu.ac.in/admission/ |
You can choose any stream at +2 level for admission to a graduate course in media and communication. However taking up humanities stream with journalism may help you better in appearing for entrance exams.
Admission to undergraduate courses are through admission tests which are generally aptitude and general awareness tests( depends on the universities/institutions). Focus on improving your English and native language ability and general/ social awareness.
For undertaking a course in media and communication you should have good reading, writing and speaking skills and work on improving your language abilities and technological skills.
Although no minimum aggregate percentage is defined for admission to media and communication courses, a good aggregate percentage will give you an added advantage in admission to good institutions.
| Name | Eligibility | Website |
|---|---|---|
| People’s Foundation Scholarship |
|
peoplesfoundation.org/portfolio-posts/educational-scholarship/ |
| National scholarship exam | National scholarship exam
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www.niceedu.org/nse |
| State Merit Scholarship, Kerala |
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www.dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in |
| J. N. Tata Endowment awards |
|
jntataendowment.org/loan-scholarship-process |
| Merit Cum Means Scholarship | Age limit: Girl students up to the age of 30 years at the time of admission in PG courses are eligible. The scheme is applicable to such single girl child who has taken admission in regular, full time first year master’s Degree course in any designated university or a post graduate college. This scholarship is available to PG-I-year student only. | www.ugc.ac.in/sgc/ |
| Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child for PG Programs | Age limit: Girl students up to the age of 30 years at the time of admission in PG courses are eligible. The scheme is applicable to such single girl child who has taken admission in regular, full time first year master’s Degree course in any designated university or a post graduate college. This scholarship is available to PG-I-year student only. | www.ugc.ac.in/sgc/ |
| Kerala Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship |
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www.dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in/dce/he_ma/he_maindx.php#dialog |
Media and communication is the field that is technologically advancing each and every day. The job opportunities in this field is also on the rise as the demand and the access to the general public is increasing.
According to the BBC report, the likelihood automation is quite unlikely in this field. But professionals in this field have to update themselves with the latest technology and its use. Otherwise, they will not be able to thrive in this field.
Media has become an integral part of people's life. The number of new ventures and media companies are rapidly increasing which would also lead to the increased employability. The scope in this field is increasing and has become highly flexible and wavering. A professional or an aspirant should be able to adapt to these changes and updations in this field.
Graduates in media and communication can set up their own entrepreneurial ventures in their respective fields of specializations by using innovative ideas to create and market their services and products.
Media and communication professionals can also go for education and training and teach in Universities, Colleges and Higher secondary schools field by qualifying NET/SET exams.
Marketing is an interesting career for graduates in media and communication. A degree in media would always help people to make marketing strategies which are creative and innovative.And marketing careers are ever-evolving with the growth of new media and online opportunities.
Public relations is often an option for journalists and media persons, and the skills are transferrable. A PR manager or publicist could use a huge variety of media tools to do that.